Dr. Dharmasena is a distinguished insurance professional with over two decades of leadership experience in the insurance industry with a proven track record in strategic transformation, operational excellence, and industry innovation.
With a strong professional and academic background, Dr. Dharmasena’s appointment will play a crucial role in strengthening SLIC General’s market leadership, delivering increased value to customers and stakeholders and advancing professionalism, education, and innovation in the Sri Lankan insurance sector.
Dr. Dharmasena began his career at Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation (SLIC). Prior to this role, he held senior executive positions in leading insurance institutions, subsidiaries of the largest conglomerates in Sri Lanka.
He possesses multinational exposure including a tenure at Allianz Life Insurance Lanka.
He was elected as the president of Sri Lanka Insurance Institute, the only Insurance Education body in Sri Lanka affiliated with the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), the UK-based professional body.
He holds a PhD in Business Management from Girne American University, Cyprus, an MBA from the University of Colombo, a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science from the University of Kelaniya, and an LLB from the Open University of Sri Lanka.
He is also an Associate Member of the Insurance Institute of India, a Fellow Member of the Chartered Insurance Institute (FCII), UK and a Chartered Insurer.
His global recognition in the field highlights a rare blend of academic insight and industry expertise, positioning him to effectively lead in both corporate and institutional capacities.
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited, a key player in the country’s general insurance landscape, continues to uphold the legacy of trust, resilience, and service excellence.
With an extensive portfolio covering motor, health, property, and corporate insurance solutions, SLIC General remains committed to protecting lives, assets, and livelihoods across Sri Lanka.
Under Dr. Dharmasena’s leadership, diverse background and academic excellence the organisation is poised to accelerate long-term growth, deepen customer engagement, and strengthen its position as the trusted national insurer.
About Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd. (SLICGL)
With over six decades of expertise in general insurance, SLICGL stands as the most valuable and trusted general insurance brand in Sri Lanka, renowned for its financial strength and customer focus.
SLICGL offers a comprehensive portfolio of products spanning motor, fire and engineering, medical, general company accident, and marine insurance, delivered through an island-wide network of over 142 branches and 69 service centers.
SLICGL holds the distinction of being Sri Lanka's highest-rated insurance brand and the only A+ rated insurer in the country. In 2024, SLICGI ranked No. 1 in terms of gross written premium (GWP) volume.
In 2024, SLICGL was recognized as the "Best Insurance Company for Customer Satisfaction - Sri Lanka" by the Global Brand Awards. Backed by the strength and heritage of the Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation, SLICGL remains the nation's first choice in risk protection, poised for continued growth and innovation.